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Trump's 'Golden Dome' system faces heavy criticism

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  • Source: News Websites
  • 23 Mar 2025 00:14
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Numerous sources divulged to CNN that the project has no strategic or financial significance. 

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Donald Trump's "Golden Dome" defense project has come under heavy criticism for being "unworkable" to protect US airspace and much too costly. 

The Golden Dome initiative follows an executive order issued by President Donald Trump in January, which directed the Secretary of Defense to submit a design for the Iron Dome missile defense system within 60 days.

During his recent address to Congress, Trump called for funding to develop the Golden Dome system, noting its role in protecting the US from ballistic, hypersonic, and advanced cruise missile threats.

The proposed system includes plans for space-based tracking sensors to detect incoming missiles and interceptors capable of neutralizing threats during their boost phase. This project is in line with the US government's focus on enhancing national security through advanced space-based defense technologies.

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Numerous sources divulged to CNN that the project has no strategic or financial significance. 

Sources believe the project represents an attempt to revive the Trump administration's previously vague plans to establish a missile defense system similar to "Israel's" Iron Dome.

The Pentagon is also realigning the Defense Department's 2026 budget proposal to meet Hegseth's priorities, and represent a significant overhaul of the military's strategic goals.

The memo particularly urges Pentagon leadership to focus on enhancing missile defense for the US heartland through the "Golden Dome."

However, it is unknown how much money the Pentagon would request for Trump's Golden Dome in its budget proposal, or how officials will calculate the amount of financing necessary.

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